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What They Don't Tell You at the Hair Salon

What They Don't Tell You at the Hair Salon

By Ladosha Wright

Here is the fact: Hair type is not as Black and White as they would like you to believe. The plethora of myths around it incites emotional debates.

My podcast is a cognitive restructuring of sorts, shifting the standards of the narratives about hair care and hair styling.

Join me on the journey through time periods to present day and learn, What They Don't Tell You at the Hair Salon.
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The Power of Afro Hair

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Afro Hair Matters

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Home Haircare

Home Haircare

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The Natural Hair Movement vs. The Black Hair Salons

The Natural Hair Movement vs. The Black Hair Salons

The Natural Hair Movement is entangled in a fierce competition with Black hair salons. Listen to my witty Podcast to find who's winning and who's losing.
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Lies & Pseudos Exposed!

Lies & Pseudos Exposed!

The rumor mill about the beauty and barber industry is that we failed our customers; leaving them to be the carnage for the bogus natural hair to consume. Listen as I wrap up my 2022 year's Podcast thanking Spotify for recognizing my efforts and exposing the lies and rumors.
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The Attack on the Black Beauty Industry

The Attack on the Black Beauty Industry

Crazy voting issues, Kanye a.k.a Ye and other tending news are just as crazy as the ALLEDGED cancer causing hair relaxer. What's going on? Listen up!
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The Complete Guide to Scalp Care

The Complete Guide to Scalp Care

Surprisingly, the Cleveland Browns GameDay win, Ray Jr's, "Just My Thoughts" documentary, and Queen Hatshepsut set the tone for this informative podcast about the Complete Guide to Scalp Care!
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The Not So Natural Hairstylists

The Not So Natural Hairstylists

This episode is hard as as hell, it'll battle any podcast, I don't care who you tell; clearly my attendance at the Rock the Bells Festival begins this episode, followed by the FBI raid on Mar-a-Lago Resort and YouTuber Historian/ Influencer, Jouelzy. The Not So Natural Hairstylists are going down and they are inadvertently taking a large portion of Black people, their textured hair, and the African American licensed cosmetologists with them. ๐Ÿ˜ซ Listen to this episode to learn how this is so.
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Junk Research is Toxic

Junk Research is Toxic

Reversal of Roe v. Wade has the majority of Americans upset, free HBCU summer school education in the UNC, and the toxicity of junk research in the porosity test and parabens in sodium hydroxide base relaxers. Rest in peace, Dr. Willie Morrow, the legend behind the Afro pick, California Curl (a.k.a Jerry Curl), and the Afro cosmetology.
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A Wealth of Mental Health

A Wealth of Mental Health

Rest in peace DJ Kay Slay, Andre Leon Tally legacy of excellence lives and the infamous slap associated with joke about hair all yield into my interview with Cleveland's premiere African American, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Robyn Hill. Ms. Hill gingerly informs reveals who a counselor is, how they can help, and how to reach out for help because there is a wealth of mental health services available for all 24-7-365!
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Hair Business According to Consquilla

Hair Business According to Consquilla

This episode about Hair Business begins with the current events of the war against Ukraine. Yes yes yall, Putin and the hate he gives gets the gas face. ๐Ÿ˜ก The CROWN Act continues to pass in other states. Ohio needs to join the movement and make it law. Sally's Black History Month Founder x Founder table talk with Taraji P. Henson and Gabrielle Union and other successful African American owned Haircare product makers talked about the struggle for Blacks to get into the haircare product business begins my interview about hair business according to Baltimore Maryland's esteemed beauty entrepreneur and super mom, Consquilla Carey. Aspiring salon owners, weave slayers, and seasoned professionals looking for ways to level up, get your pen and paper ready because she gives great advice, an email, and phone number to fuel your passion and dream!
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Beauty Education in Africa

Beauty Education in Africa

Joe Biden to nominate an African American woman to Supreme Court Justice, the C.R.O.W.N Act, and the Ubuntu Hair Love Project are the current events that set the tone for my interview with Fatou Saine Gaye, founder of the Gaye Njorro Skills Academy located in Banjul, Gambia ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ฒ where they teach cosmetology and more! Support is needed to help the students. Thank you for listening and your support.
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The Impact of Hair Discrimination

The Impact of Hair Discrimination

Cleveland is snowed in, no celebration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's birthday without voters right legislation, Sha'Carri Richardson's natural hair, and the full moon segue's into the topic of the impact of hair discrimination. Listen in to learn about the solutions.
Jan 18, 202230:45
2022, The Year of Solutions!

2022, The Year of Solutions!

Thank you Feedspot for ranking, What They Don't Tell You at the Hair Salon as one of the top 25 Podcasts to listen to in 2021. RIP Kangol Kidd of UTFO. New Edition kicks off their 30 city tour, Relaxers a.k.a creamy crack on the rebound, and 2022 hair trends leads us into the topic of SOLUTIONS! 2022 is the year of solutions and boy have I got solutions for you. ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿพ Last year was about using knowledge to ensure that you would never give up on your hair. This year I'm going to help you apply that knowledge with the Wright SOLUTIONS! Seasons Greetings and Happy New Year! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿฅ‚๐Ÿพ
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The State of Afro Hair

The State of Afro Hair

The tragedy at the Travis Scott concert, the 4 pillars of Hip Hop, and Ava DuVernay's Colin Kaepernick: Black and White fuels the topic, "the state of Afro hair."
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Do Seasonal Changes Affect Hair?

Do Seasonal Changes Affect Hair?

The current events of the Met Gala's, "A Lexicon in Fashion", the KSU Museum's TEXTURES Exhibit, and the Fat Joe/Ja Rule verzuz battle kicks off the topic of seasonal changes and hair loss.
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The Right Polish

The Right Polish

Current events followed by the trending "clean beauty" seal of approval. Now, certain nail polishes meets the standards. Listen to find out how my new collection of nail polishes fits the criteria. I'm certain this is polish is right for you!
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Natural Hair Affair

Natural Hair Affair

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Brazen Bonnets

Brazen Bonnets

Keith Sweat vs. Bobby Brown, Bill Cosby is free and the uncanny treatment of Black women in the Olympics sets the tone for the topic of those damned "Brazen Bonnets!" Are we policing Black women's image? Is Auntie Comedianne, Monique, saving us from ourselves? Listen in and share one Feedspot's top Hairstylist Podcast to listen to in 2021, What They Don't Tell You at the Hair Salon!
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Coming Out: Shelter In Place Hair

Coming Out: Shelter In Place Hair

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Hairstyle Killas

Hairstyle Killas

National Hairstylist Day, Dr. Boogie of the reality TV show, "My Mane Problem," and the guilty verdict of former police officer Derek Chauvin sets the tone for this informative podcast of, Hairstyle Killas. Listen to learn more about the seven ways to zap the life and investment out of your hairstyles.
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Save the Education of Cosmetology

Save the Education of Cosmetology

The current events of the WAP performance at the 2021 Grammy's, killing of Asian women in small town Atlanta and Samaria Rice calling out Tamika Mallory and BLM for their commodification of Black deaths begins this segment. The plight of education in Ohio for those aspiring to become a licensed Cosmetologist and Barber ensues in another battle of the bills. Listen as Ladosha interviews Sue Carter-Moore of Salon Schools Group to learn how you can help preserve their education.
Mar 22, 202149:40
Black Hair in Antiquity

Black Hair in Antiquity

Current events of vaccinations, Netflix's French thriller Lupin, and the 2021 African American Golden Globe winners. Followed by an extensive interview with Kofi Piesie of the Kofi Piesie Research Team who gives us a back drop of African hair care and hair styling in history that gets to the roots and removes the kinks in the mind about Black hair in America!
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Loc Living

Loc Living

Today's current events about the Gorilla Glue saga comes unstuck, the pseudo science of drapetaania and chazoatrumptamania along with the attempt to ban NYT 1619 project; concluded with Black History in the making with Cleveland's top Loctician from Blossom 2 Beauty salon, Victoria Webster!
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The Future of Beauty

The Future of Beauty

The current events, homage to Cicely Tyson and a great discussion with the aspiring cosmetologist and makeup artist extraordinaire, Latifah. Big shout out to Feedspot for ranking this podcast as one of the Top 25 Hairstylist Podcast to listen to in 2021. ๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸŒŸ
Jan 30, 202101:27:15
The Difference Between Conditioners and Treatments

The Difference Between Conditioners and Treatments

Today's current events and the difference between hair conditioners and treatments. Special thanks to Feedspot for ranking us as one of the Top 25 Podcast! ๐ŸŽง
Jan 15, 202127:24
The Year of Management

The Year of Management

According to Ladosha, 2021 is the year of management; hair, health and mind, that is! Listen to her 7 simple steps, suggestions for free download apps to help and her BIG surprise!
Jan 03, 202125:01
Hairlines & Edges

Hairlines & Edges

The current events of Covid-19 and the election, coupled with the latest in hair care are discussed. The topic of hairlines and edges are discussed in detail to gain an understanding of what they are and how to care for and style them properly!
Dec 08, 202022:14
The Dirt On Shampoo

The Dirt On Shampoo

This episode cover the current events of a president who won't concede, the debate over mask wearing mask and how to purchase a good shampoo.
Nov 23, 202019:59
Afro Victory

Afro Victory

Achieving beautiful coils, curls and waves can be daunting when your hair has a propensity to frizz and poof.๐Ÿ˜ฉ Listen to learn what they don't tell you at the hair salon about Afro victory! โœŠ๐Ÿพ
Nov 07, 202025:06
Help for Hair

Help for Hair

I'm talking current events, Black Voters Matter โœŠ๐Ÿพand scheduled topics for hair, mind, body and spirit care during the month of October. ๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ‚
Sep 28, 202025:41
Covid Hair

Covid Hair

Covid Hair is temporary hair loss associated with the recovery process of Covid-19. Listen to learn more and hear the latest current events. โœŒ๐Ÿพ๏ธโค๏ธ๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿฝ
Aug 25, 202026:06
Techniques Are Essential to Haircare

Techniques Are Essential to Haircare

This episode highlights current events and what they don't tell you at the hair salon about why techniques. Techniques are important to hair care and hair styling.
Jun 22, 202024:30
The Haves and Have Nots

The Haves and Have Nots

Power to the peaceful protesters. ๐Ÿ‘Š๐Ÿพ The haves of hair care made simple. Listen to the end, as I share an excellent read that benefits all during this time to resolve and remain a unified collective!
Jun 08, 202030:19
Returning to Work

Returning to Work

The new normal is not exclusive to hair salons. The world of work has its new normal in the home! Listen as I share tips on looking good while working from home.
May 29, 202027:36
Adding Style to Your Style

Adding Style to Your Style

Salons, barbershops, nail salons and tanning facilities are reopening across the nation, Ladosha and Cheddar shares their views. Cheddar also highlights great ways to spruce up your image.
May 09, 202041:59
Shelter in Place Haircare

Shelter in Place Haircare

What they don't tell you at the hair salon about current events and the new norm of virtual hair appointments and online shopping for hair care products, Ladosha and Cheddar will!
May 01, 202034:15
Debunking Myths About Protein

Debunking Myths About Protein

Most people are concerned that protein makes hair too hard and is not worth the money. Listen as Cheddar explains, what they don't tell you at the hair salon about protein.
Apr 25, 202034:52
Protein Power

Protein Power

Hair is protein. Protein is good for your hair. Listen and learn about protein according to Cheddar!
Apr 18, 202030:42
Hair Protein Power

Hair Protein Power

Learn the power of your hair's natural protein and the best proteins to buy according to Cheddar!
Apr 17, 202001:03
Self Made Controversy

Self Made Controversy

This episodes gives Netflix mini series Self Made a thumbs up for controversy. Listen as I attempt to separate fact from fiction.
Mar 29, 202026:00
Balance and Beauty

Balance and Beauty

Balance and beauty is important during turbulent times. The pandemic is causing pandemic. To assist, this podcast reflects on the myriad of benefits social/spiritual, emotional, physical, cultural and financial balance can help you feel and look beautiful...even during a pandemic.
Mar 17, 202038:18
Hair Care Defined

Hair Care Defined

Hair care requires a consistent regimen of the right products, the right tools and the right techniques per your unique fabric. On a side note, remember to use universal precautions to aid in public safety and vote!
Mar 03, 202020:34
Who Will Care for Natural Hair

Who Will Care for Natural Hair

Natural hair care is at risk of not receiving the level of care, education and regulations compared to those who do not.
Feb 11, 202030:14
Combing and Brushing Hair
Jan 14, 202028:17
Top 10 in 2019

Top 10 in 2019

Enjoy 30 minutes of what was hot and what was not in 2019!
Dec 30, 201930:39